308a Aparat za kafu by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

308a Aparat za kafu by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Željezna nagrada A' Design Award in Dizajn Kućanskih Aparata Competition Category.

ŽeljezoKućanski Aparat· 2026

308a Aparat za kafu

by Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque

Client: Segnoinverso

Željezna nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Kućanski Aparat Category

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The Design

About 308a Aparat za kafu

308a je multikapsulni aparat za kafu dizajniran za kućnu i kancelarijsku upotrebu. Aparat prihvata kapsule, čajne vrećice (pods) i mljevenu kafu, te priprema espresso, dugu kafu, čaj i napitke na bazi mlijeka. Pumpa pod pritiskom i brzo zagrijavanje osiguravaju ujednačenu ekstrakciju i kremu. Temperatura i količina mogu se prilagoditi različitim ukusima. Kućište je izrađeno od brizganog ABS-a s kontinuiranim površinama i mekim prijelazima koji smanjuju vizuelnu složenost. Kapsula se umetne, gornja ručka se zatvori i napitak se odabere putem dodirnog interfejsa.

The Recognition

About the Željezna nagrada A' Design Award

308a Aparat za kafu je pobjednik Željezne nagrade A' Design Award, prestižnog priznanja koje se dodjeljuje dobrim dizajnima što ispunjavaju profesionalne i industrijske zahtjeve očekivane od dobro dizajniranih kreacija. Željezni pobjednici pokazuju veliku vještinu, visoku specijalizaciju, stručno razumijevanje i kreativne kapacitete svojih stvaralaca. Očekuje se da 308a Aparat za kafu bude visoko cijenjena, voljena i njegovana kreacija koja je praktična i inovativna. Ovaj dizajn koji je osvojio Željeznu nagradu A' Design Award integrira najbolje industrijske prakse i ima kompetentne tehničke karakteristike povezane sa znanjem i talentom. 308a Aparat za kafu se poštuje zbog svoje temeljitosti i dizajniran je da pruži poboljšanja kvaliteta života koja pomažu da svijet postane bolje mjesto.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This coffee machine stands out for its exceptional versatility, combining multiple brewing systems in one compact device. It is compatible with a wide range of capsules, ESE pods, and ground coffee, allowing users to prepare espresso, long coffee, tea, and milk-based drinks. A 19-bar pressure system and fast heating ensure rich extraction and consistent crema, while adjustable temperatures and volumes offer a highly personalized brewing experience for different tastes and beverages.
Dimensions & Packaging: 124x317x290h 1400 W 20bar pump
Tags: multicapsule, capsule, pod, espresso, cappuccino, coffee, machine
Production Technology: ABS injection molding
Design Challenge: The creative challenge was to design a coffee machine that feels friendly and approachable while standing out in a crowded market of technical-looking products. The goal was to achieve a fluid, compact form with continuous surfaces that visually soften the object and reduce perceived complexity. The design avoids aggressive geometries, aiming instead for a balanced and timeless aesthetic that can naturally fit into different environments, from domestic kitchens to office spaces.
Research: The design research began with a detailed benchmark analysis of existing single-serve coffee machines, identifying limits in compactness, visual coherence, and user perception. Early concepts were explored through sketches to define proportions and fluidity, followed by 3D models to refine volumes around internal components. Prototyping was used to validate ergonomics and visual balance. CMF studies finalized the design, enhancing surface continuity, tactile quality, and integration in different environments.
Inspiration: The design is inspired by the idea of fluidity and the expressive nature of liquid in motion. Soft, continuous surfaces flow seamlessly from one volume to another, creating a sense of natural continuity and visual calm. The form avoids sharp interruptions, favoring smooth transitions that recall the movement of water and coffee extraction itself. This fluid geometry conveys lightness, precision, and harmony, transforming a compact machine into an intuitive and elegant object.
Project Duration: Italy, 03/2022 to 06/2022
Operation Flow: The machine is designed for intuitive and seamless operation. The user inserts the preferred capsule or coffee pod, using the dedicated holder, close the top handle, selects the desired beverage setting through the touch interface, and starts brewing with a single action. Visual indicators guide each step, while automatic dosing and flow control simplify the interaction, creating a smooth and effortless coffee-making experience.
Team Members: Nicola Zanetti and Federico Bosque